My cat is about/almost 8 years old.
Recently, she's been seeking more attention than normal. She used to be EvilKitty, the one you'd want to avoid because she'd wiggle and scratch.
She's now crawling into laps, letting herself be petted and brushed and sleeping with me.
Could she just be getting old and lovely? Or is she behaving like this cause she managed to lose her collar and is appreciative - when she was E.K she always had a collar on.
I'm not complaining, I just find it intriguing.
2007-10-10 06:54:32 · 7 answers · asked by Annie 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
Though she's not old, cats aged 8+ are classed as seniors, so if she hasn't been seen by a vet recently it worth taking her for a check up. Sometimes a drastic change in behaviour can be an attempt to let you know they need help.
It could of course simply be that she's mellowing with age. Older cats tend to be less physically active and focus more of their attention on their owners than younger cats. They often become more dependent upon us emotionally with age, as the bond between you grows stronger.
It's lovely having an affectionate cat, and I hope you have many happy years ahead of you together.
2007-10-10 09:46:59 · answer #1 · answered by Michele the Louis Wain cat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A cat's temperament and behaviors will change as they get older. I have an older cat who used to be extremely loving when he was younger but prefers solitude in his old age. My sister's cat used to never make a 'mess' on the carpet when he was younger but in his old age he has made a habit of it. I would recommend doing some research and keeping an eye out for any other changes because they could be indicative of an illness prevalent in older cats.
2007-10-10 14:03:43 · answer #2 · answered by Linny 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Was it a flea collar? Some cats can react badly to the chemicals.
We have an EK too ... not collar problems - just a wee bit scary LOL
2007-10-10 14:01:29 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could very well be that she is getting older- and your lap is warm. But sometimes a kitty who isn't feeling well asks for attention because she wants to feel better.
Ask your vet about it at her next scheduled check-up.
Good luck!
2007-10-10 13:59:57 · answer #4 · answered by Tigger 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Most kitties do get more affectionate with age. Enjoy her. She sounds really sweet.
2007-10-10 14:04:52 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Pretty♥ ♥Kitty♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tigger may be right, behavioral change like that may be because something is wrong. or your kitty is just happier now for some reason.
2007-10-10 14:38:46 · answer #6 · answered by blankny 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
who knows perhaps sh has just got used to you after all these years and thinks you ain't so bad. love it love her. give her a cuddle from me.
2007-10-10 14:09:18 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋